Ex-OGTV broadcaster, security guard killed in Abeokuta
Tragedy struck in the Kobape area of Abeokuta, Ogun State, as a former Senior Programme Producer with Ogun State Television (OGTV), Mrs. Kitan Oyesiku, popularly known as Aunty Kitan, and her security guard were found dead at her residence under circumstances that have sparked concern among residents.
NBA backs Special Courts for kidnapping, banditry cases
The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Sagbama Branch, Barr. Ogheneochuko Sampson, has endorsed calls for the establishment of special courts to fast-track the prosecution of kidnapping and banditry cases across the country.
APC’s Asogwa wins Enugu North Senatorial by-election
…Opposition Cries Foul By Alumona Ukwueze NSUKKA — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday declared Ikeje Asogwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the Enugu North Senatorial District by-election held on Saturday in Enugu State. The declaration came amid allegations of electoral irregularities, violence and voter intimidation by opposition parties, which […]
Buratai’s security warnings vindicated by recent events — Ex-Army Director
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo A former Director of Army Affairs at the Ministry of Defence, Dr. Hassan Abdullahi, has said recent security developments across the country have vindicated the long-held position of former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Yusuf Buratai (retd.), that Nigeria’s insecurity cannot be resolved through military action alone. In an analysis titled […]
Kebbi: APC’s Rabiu Aiki wins Zuru Assembly by-election
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Rabiu Garba Aiki of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the Zuru State Constituency by-election for the Kebbi State House of Assembly. Announcing the result at the collation centre, the Returning Officer and Collation Officer, Professor Muhammad Bashar Danladi of the […]
Full List: APC sweeps Ondo, Nasarawa, Kano, Kebbi by-elections as PDP holds Rivers seat
The All Progressives Congress (APC) recorded sweeping victories across four states in Saturday’s by-elections, winning key senatorial, House of Representatives and state assembly seats in Ondo, Nasarawa, Kano and Kebbi, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) retained the Rivers South-East Senatorial District seat. Results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday showed […]
Tinubu’s aide Yusuf Kamorudeen receives Afro-cultural humanitarian, leadership award
Yusuf made the call in a goodwill message delivered on his behalf at the 3rd Edition of the Afro-Cultural Conference held at the Adire Hall, Ake Palace, Abeokuta, Ogun State on Saturday.
6 countries that were never colonised
At the height of imperialism, powerful European nations colonised vast parts of Africa, Asia and the Americas, bringing countries such as Nigeria, India, Algeria, Vietnam and Indonesia under foreign rule.
Father’s Day : Insecurity, lack of appreciation toll on Nigerian fathers
Some fathers in Nigeria have lamented that national insecurity and a lack of societal appreciation are taking a severe physical and emotional toll on men striving to provide for their households.
Nasarawa by-election: APC accused of electoral fraud as Maku seeks poll cancellation
Among the allegations were reports of mass thumb-printing of ballot papers in favour of the APC candidate, multiple printing of ballot papers at Alushi Watch School, and the alleged disruption of voting activities at Angwan Zaria polling unit by government officials escorted by armed security personnel.
INEC declares Envulu-Anza winner of Nasarawa North senatorial by-election
In other results, Mohammed Stephen Alaku of the ADC scored 4,244, while Arc. Ishaya Dubai Dodo of NDC secured 1,496.
